Farmington was handed a 15-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They skirted past the Lamphere Rams 11-10. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Falcons also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2024.
Karthik Velvadapu looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in 13 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Jayden Essary and Vincent Pesci did most of the damage at the plate: Essary went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles, while Pesci went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most doubles Essary has posted since back in April. Jayden Kremhelmer was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Farmington kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Farmington's record now sits at 16-19. As for Lamphere, with the loss, they broke their six-game winning streak and moved their record to 14-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Farmington will welcome Lutheran at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Lamphere, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Lutheran Northwest at 4:30 p.m. The Crusaders' pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so the Rams' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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